The event, which was started in 2010, was coordinated by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including those found in the home medicine cabinet.

In addition, citizens are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines – flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash – both pose potential safety and health hazards.

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